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@edelweiss: @Mama Bird: @simplyfelicity: @QBbride: @ValentineMommy: Thank you all for continuing to think of me! It always helps to have company when you're going through this crazy part of pregnancy.

Yesterday afternoon was quite a roller-coaster ride. I'm on the platform now waiting for my next ride. I'm just ready to get off the roller-coaster already and have this baby. Grab your coffee or something more hydrating, and have a read, if you're interested.

My mom came into town last week to help out with our 19 month old when things got interesting with baby #2 at the start of last week. It was a huge weight off our shoulders to know he had good care, and it made it one less thing to worry about. If only I could say having my mom around is a calming experience... All throughout pregnancy I always tried to think about what kind of support I would want at this stage. Both pregnancies have kind of made it so I'm not really the one in the driver's seat. I am very thankful for my mom's help. Don't get me wrong. But she is causing me some stress. She's just a very high-strung personality.

So yesterday afternoon she accompanied me to the OB. She came in case I was admitted due to low fluids. That way she would have the car with the carseat and could go pick up our son.

Well, my blood pressure was high. Very high. So I was admitted to the hospital for monitoring, bloodwork, etc. due to potential pre-e. Good times. I even told them that I think it's high because I'm with my mom. And also, it's a bit stressful to know that I may have this baby anytime, even though I feel completely normal.

I'm admitted, they hook me up to everything, blood pressure is fine, all blood and urine tests come back fine. I'm good, right? No, I push for the fluid check because that's what's on my mind. Be your own advocate - especially at this stage in the game. I wanted my fluids checked.

They didn't send me to the highly skilled place that I've been going to for ultrasounds. Why? I'm guessing they were booked solid? Instead, I went to the general hospital sonographer. And it was the worst sonogram I've ever had. She didn't talk to me. I constantly had to ask questions to understand what was going on, why it was taking so long. I was situated in a way where I had to crane my neck to see the screen. I kept asking how are the fluids? I had to reassure her that I know the head is measuring large, it runs in the family. You would agree if you had looked at my charts. It just felt like I was the more skilled sonographer in the room and she was completely incompetent. I finally say, "I can't hold my bladder any longer. I have to go to the restroom." And that's the end of my sonogram. I have no helpful information. I have never had such an uninformative experience like that. Totally unacceptable as a pregnant woman at this stage in the game. They need to be WAY more skilled than that, and way more reassuring.

I finally get to go back to L & D, and wait. And wait. And then I get an IV because I'm told that I failed the bio physical profile and I'm going to be having a c-section. Even though my baby is heads down. I try to calm myself, but I'm like, WTF?! They aren't happy with the sonographer either. So they order yet another sonogram, and page my OB. Because if it's go time, it's go time. But I'm also told I'm in the driver's seat. And I can speak up and say, "I delivered vaginally the first time, I don't want this."

Luckily by now, my husband is with me. I'm trying to calm down. But I'm starting to cry. This is all so scary. I just want my guy to be healthy and me too. That's all that matters.

My OB comes. She starts the sonogram. I pass the bio physical profile with flying colors. In record time. And she wants to strangle the sonographer downstairs. I tell her to get in line. Here's my OB, ready to jump on this, paged to tend to me, and I'm fine. Baby is fine. Yes, the fluids still need monitoring. Yes, I'm still on high alert. But it's not go time. Not yet.

I'm unhooked from the IV. I get dressed. I'm discharged. And I tell them I'm keeping my ultrasound appointment for today. So I can go to the place where skilled people do sonograms.

I didn't sleep great last night. All of this is so stressful. I'm trying to keep my head on straight, but I'm slowly losing my sh*t you guys.

I have another appointment today at 11:30. I would, think if the fluid measures low, it's time. No more. Just induction. And since it's the 23rd today, my favorite number, I am going to focus on that. And secretly, I hope this is it. It's time to end this madness.

So who knows. I'm just trying to take it easy. Drink fluids. And prepare myself for another crazy day.

I'm exhausted just writing all of that out. Thanks for reading - and for thinking of me I hope each and every one of you have a less stressful day today, tomorrow, and the next day.

@sweetooth: ugh you poor thing! I'm thinking happy thoughts for you and baby!!!!

@sweetooth: whoa roller coaster is exactly the right term! I am so mad for you at the sonographer but so happy you were able to advocate for yourself and avoid an unnecessary c section! I can see how being done with this would be soooo appealing! Good luck today no matter how things turn out!

@sweetooth: OMG I hope everything is alright - what an ordeal!!! Good luck if today really IS the day!!! Keep us posted!

@sweetooth: bless your heart! I am so sorry you had to go through all that. If your blood pressure wasn't high prior to all that, I'm sure it was after! Sending you lots of good vibes for a great ultrasound today

Looks like I'm getting off the roller coaster you guys. It's go time! I'll keep you posted. Thank you all for your love and support! July mamas rock! (Even if our babies want to be born in June)

@sweetooth: good vibes & thoughts sent your way!

@sweetooth: Oh wow!!! Wishing you a blessed and peaceful labor and delivery!

@sweetooth: Ahh!! Good luck! I'll be thinking of you!

@sweetooth: good luck!!!

@sweetooth: here's to a happy and healthy mam a and baby !!!

@sweetooth: Good luck!!!! so exciting!! and to have a baby born on your favorite number

@sweetooth: Ahh good luck! You can do this mama!!

@sweetooth: oh my. Here's to a safe delivery

@sweetooth: good luck mama! Praying for you!

@sweetooth: omg omg omg! Go mama go! Thinking of you and can't wait to hear/see about it when you're ready!

My SIL had her baby this morning! Baby was breech so they tried to flip her. Didn't work so they did a c-section. Both are doing great! Now my turn! 7 days and counting unless he decides to do this sooner. Headed up to the hospital to see my new niece and who knows the hormones might swing into action and tell my little guy it's go time! LOL wishful thinking!

So exciting that we are getting into the time for deliveries!! How is everyone else feeling?

I am at my OB for my 37 week appt and still feeling pretty good. A few more BH this week but they are noticeable but not painful so I am trying not to worry. We did a little decorating in baby's room so that is feeling more organized which is a relief. I still have a few more projects (not baby related) I hope to wrap up before I will feel like I am "ready" although I know things are ultimately out of my control...

@cait: I've been at a 3 for 3 weeks now. Just hit 38 weeks. So it is possible to make it longer but it does make you get in a hurry to get ready!
Had my 38 week today. Still at 3cm but had horrible early contractions last night. So could happen soon. If not will be induced on the first. 6 days to go!

@turkeylurkey: nearly there!

@Ginabean3: looking great!